ProIndia Intern Abroad

  India

• Other Cities in India: 
Mysore

Term: Throughout the year 
Dates: Starts every month of the year

Description: ProWorld Service Corps' customized, hands-on internships match your skills and interests with our host communities self-determined development goals. Apply your talents to meaningful sustainable development projects in the health care, environment, or social and economic development sectors. Gain relevant, pre-professional experiences as you contribute to grassroots development projects working side-by-side with local NGOs and community groups.

Supported internships in ProIndia host communities with cultural classes, excursions, and group living. You will live in communities near a ProIndia office and 4 to 18 other NGO Interns, work alone or in small groups, and receive extensive staff support. ProIndia offers cultural visits to palaces and temples, local parks, and cultural events. Based on duration of program, excursions may include: visiting Brindavan Gardens, an array of fountains and manicured gardens and the backdrop for many Bollywood films, tours of Mysore including the multiple palaces of the Wodeyar dynasty, climbing up to Indias largest free-standing statue at the sacred Jain pilgrimage site of Sravanabelagola, exploring a Tibetan refugee settlement community with its Golden Temple and Tibetan culture, participating in remote community cultural events and celebrations, short term weekend development projects. During free weekends, volunteers can also plan their own adventures.

Programs are highly supported by an international staff team and welcoming community partners. ProWorld, founded in 1998, is a true leader in the field of sustainable international development. Homestays, language study and cultural/adventure excursions encourage participants' complete immersion and cultural integration.

Further, ProWorld's on-site Project Coordinators work year round with our host communities assessing needs, thinking creatively, and setting long-term goals for sustainable development and volunteer participation. Programs start every month of the year and last from 2-26 weeks. Enroll now!

Highlights: Real projects...real experience! The focus of your development project is determined by your skills, your interests, and the needs of the local environmental community. Experiential learning provided with a unique venue for cultural immersion, professional experience, and personal growth forms a comprehensive and unforgettable internship experience.

Delight yourself as you watch over the picturesque desert of Mysore, India, explore the multitude of natural landscapes and wonders that India has to offer, and participate in extensive cultural activities, such as Yoga or Aryuvedic Medicinal Practices. These and other weekly adventures combine with cultural excursions and productive volunteer work to form a comprehensive and unique volunteer experience.

Qualifications: All participants should be adventurous, caring, sensible, humble, and curious individuals 18 years or older (unless joined by their family). Volunteers are expected to learn and grow while improving themselves and the communities in which ProWorld serves.

Cost in US$: please inquire for details

Experience Required: no

This Program is open to Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel to India Independently

Typically Participants Work Independently

Application Process Involves:

• Phone Interview
• Written Application

Post-Program Services Include:

• Alumni Network
• Exit Debriefing Abroad
• Job and Internship Network

ProWorld Service Corps's Mission Statement: The mission of ProWorld is to promote social and economic development, empower communities, and cultivate educated compassionate global citizens. ProWorld offers 2-26 week internship, volunteer, and study abroad programs in Peru, Mexico, Belize, India, Thailand, Brazil and Ghana. All programs are based on hands-on, community-driven development projects. We believe that within every project decision and every community interaction there exists the opportunity for ProWorld staff and volunteers to strengthen our mission and practice our core values: commitment, integrity, vision, sustainability, compassion, and success.

Year Founded: 1998